Penitentiary Glen Reservation

10/18/2026

All Aboard! Our last public run is TOMORROW October 18th. First train departs at 1pm till the line ends at 3pm. It's gonna be a sunny 60+ degree day, so come out for some fresh air and visit our favorite Lake Metroparks! Penitentiary Glen Reservation

10/16/2026

The latest edition of Parks Plus! is here. ❄️ From cozy holiday happenings to exciting park improvements, winter surely is a wonderland across Lake Metroparks! Plus, discover fun winter activities and tips for staying safe outdoors this season. ☃️

Remember, Lake County residents can register for programs starting this Monday (10/19), with open registration beginning Thursday (10/22). 🎿

Discover what’s happening: goto.lakemetroparks.com/parks-plus

09/28/2026

Meet our newest (temporary) resident! 🐾

Found orphaned in Harrison County, this young female bobcat recently arrived at the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center at Penitentiary Glen Reservation. She may be small, but she's already displaying the strength and fierce spirit that make Ohio's only wild cat species so impressive.

Still too young to be on her own, she'll spend the coming months growing and developing the skills she'll need for life in the wild.

👀 Want to see what she's up to? Catch a glimpse of her daily adventures on the Bobcat Cam: goto.lakemetroparks.com/bobcat-cam

As she grows, so does her appetite! Donations of fish and wild game (excluding birds) are always appreciated. 🍖 To arrange a donation drop-off, call 440-256-1404 (option 2) or email [email protected].

09/20/2026

NOTICE: The public train run scheduled for today (9/20) has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

View upcoming train ride dates here: https://goto.lakemetroparks.com/penitentiary-glen-train-rides

09/15/2026

09/05/2026

Curiosity is ready to take flight at Bug Day!

Don't miss this special chance to see, touch and even hold creepy-crawly critters (🕷️🦗🐞🐜🦂) plus learn more about the insects that buzz, flutter and glide through our natural world.

🐛 Sunday, September 6
🦋 Noon to 4 pm
🐝 Penitentiary Glen Reservation
🪲 FREE; no registration needed

Presented by Renewal by Andersen, Sylvan Learning of Mentor & University School. Details: goto.lakemetroparks.com/bugday

📸: Roger Lokar, Al Susinskas

09/03/2026

Meet the bugs... if you're brave enough! 🪲

Bug Day: Wondrous World of Wings is your chance to get up close with fascinating insects, explore hands-on activities and learn about the many ways wings help insects survive and thrive.

🐝 Insect exhibits
🔎 Scavenger hunts
🎨 Sustainable crafts
🎲 Bug-themed bingo
📸 Photo opportunities
🚂 Miniature train rides (weather permitting)
🦋 and so much more!

Think you're adventurous? Eat a bug and earn a special sticker!

Sunday (9/6) from 12–4 pm at Penitentiary Glen Reservation: goto.lakemetroparks.com/bugday

08/31/2026

Ever wonder what goes bump in the night or who's been howling after dark? 🌙 Explore nocturnal noises during Hoo-loween: Spooky Sounds at Penitentiary Glen Reservation!

👻 costume parades
🦉 animal chats
🥾 night hikes
🔥 fireside tales
🎨 whimsical crafts
🌟 glow zone fun
🍎 light refreshments
🚂 train rides through Pumpkin Forest
🎃 and so much more!

Lake County residents can register now. Open registration begins tomorrow (9/1) at 8 am, if space remains.

Find dates, details and tickets ($9) here: goto.lakemetroparks.com/magical-hoo-loween

Presented by Mint To Be Family Dentistry, Patterson Fruit Farm, Renewal by Andersen and Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library.

📸: Al Krall, Earl Linaburg